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$67,240$70 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 77How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $20,500 on Jul 18, 2014

8900 US HIGHWAY 278

PIEDMONT, AL 36272
0
Baths
960 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
2.09 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2007
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$67K
$51K low$83K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$20,500 · Jul 18, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$244 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$7,080 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,040
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$6,040
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$6,680
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$70,600

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCherokee
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.09
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 320 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Spring Garden High SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 6.5 mi

District: Cherokee County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36272These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.118
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.79

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,823
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.41 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,425
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,070
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.56 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

8900 Us Highway 278 measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 98% of homes in Cherokee County
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Cherokee County
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Piedmont 36272
  • Newer than 90% of homes in Piedmont 36272

What homes are worth in Piedmont 36272

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$34K$515K

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Piedmont 36272.

How it measures up in Piedmont 36272

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Piedmont 36272.

Estimated value$67,240
CheaperTypical $149,111Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$70
CheaperTypical $100Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size2.09 ac
SmallerTypical 1.2 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built2007
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 90% of homes nearby

How 8900 Us Highway 278 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePiedmont 36272Cherokee County
Estimated valuepricier than$67,24013% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7024% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than960 ft²12% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.09 ac63% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than200790% of homes83% of homes

About 8900 Us Highway 278

How much is 8900 Us Highway 278, Piedmont, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8900 Us Highway 278, Piedmont, AL is $67,240 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $51,475 to $83,005. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8900 Us Highway 278, Piedmont, AL last sell?

8900 Us Highway 278, Piedmont, AL last sold on Jul 18, 2014 for $20,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8900 Us Highway 278, Piedmont, AL?

8900 Us Highway 278, Piedmont, AL has 960 square feet of living space and a 2.09-acre lot.

When was 8900 Us Highway 278, Piedmont, AL built?

8900 Us Highway 278, Piedmont, AL was built in 2007, making it 19 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8900 Us Highway 278, Piedmont, AL?

8900 Us Highway 278, Piedmont, AL is assigned to Spring Garden High School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Cherokee County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8900 Us Highway 278, Piedmont, AL compare to other homes in Piedmont 36272?

Among the 4,901 homes in Piedmont 36272, it is worth more than 13% of them ($67,240 against a typical $149,111), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($70 against a typical $100), it is bigger than 12% of them (960 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (2.09 ac against a typical 1.2 ac) and it is newer than 90% of them (2007 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Cherokee County, it is worth more than 2% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 8900 Us Highway 278, Piedmont, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8900 Us Highway 278, Piedmont, AL was $244. The county assessed it at $7,080.

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